Biography: Bishop–elect Emilio Biosca Agüero, OFM Cap.
- Born: Dec. 15, 1964, Colorado Springs, Colorado
- 1st Profession Capuchin Franciscan Brother – St. Conrad Novitiate, Pittsburgh, Pa. July 16, 1988, Capuchin Province of St. Augustine, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
- Diaconate Ordination – Basilica Immaculate Conception Washington, DC, May 1, 1993
- Priesthood Ordination – Shrine of the Sacred Heart, Washington, May 21, 1994
Entered the Capuchin Franciscans in 1984, making first profession of vows in Pittsburgh on July 16, 1988. Having completed philosophical and theological studies was ordained to the diaconate on May 1, 1993, and served at St. John the Evangelist in Center City Philadelphia. Ordained to the priesthood on May 21, 1994.
As a newly ordained priest, volunteered and was sent to serve in the Southern Highlands of Papua New Guinea from 1994-2005 in the Capuchin mission. Served predominantly the Kewa and Wiri speaking peoples in the Kagua, Ialibu and Pangia areas. During this period, worked closely with lay leaders and catechists. Served as the Director of Novices for the Capuchin Novitiate in Pangia from 2002-2004.
From January 2005 to January 2007, in preparation for the mission in Cuba, studied at the Pope John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and the Family in Washington DC. STL degree, Magnum Cum Laude.
Entered Cuba on February 1, 2007. Served for 12 years, until February 11, 2019. The first year in Havana. Three years in Santa Clara and the last eight years on the eastern side of the country in Bayamo-Manzanillo.
On March 1, 2019, named Pastor at the Shrine of the Sacred Heart in the Archdiocese of Washington, DC.
Hobbies/Special Interests:
- Grew-up playing many outdoor sports: baseball, basketball, football, especially soccer on organized teams from the age of 5-6 until entrance into the Capuchins Franciscans at 19.
- Enjoy reading, especially the Scriptures, various Catechisms, spirituality and history.
- Enjoy participating in pilgrimages on foot.
- As a missionary priest, especially interested in the spiritual formation of men and women as they enter the Catholic Church and renew their faith through creative OCIA programs that include marriage preparation.
Languages/Cultures:
- Fluency in three (3) languages. Served as Pastor in: English, Spanish, Melanesian Tok Pisin.
